General Laborer

Job Overview

The General Shop Labor Helper is responsible for keeping the shop environment safe, organized, and operational. This role often works alongside welders, mechanics, and other tradespeople, providing both physical assistance and basic maintenance support.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness & safety: Keep work areas, floors, and equipment clean; follow company safety rules and guidelines
• Assist skilled trades: Help machinists, mechanics, or other operators with cleaning work areas, milling machines, dies, and production machinery
• Equipment & machinery support: Operate and assist with production machinery, loading/unloading parts, and setting up orders
• General shop work: Move parts and equipment, place items in correct bins, and perform yard or shop maintenance tasks
• Operational support: Operate forklifts or other equipment as required; perform yard maintenance when applicable
• Follow instructions: Work under the direction of supervisors or machine operators, ensuring tasks are completed efficiently and safely

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent
• Skills: Ability to load/unload machines, understand cleaning/sanitizing methods, follow safety procedures, and operate basic equipment
• Experience: May have experience in maintenance, cleaning, or general labor, willingness to work overtime if/when necessary
• MUST have a valid Driver’s License
• MUST be able to lift up to 50 pound box(es)